BEURER GmbH + Co. KG • Söflinger Str.

218
D-89077 Ulm (Germany)
Tel. 0731 / 39 89-144 • Fax: 0731 / 39 89-145
Mail: kd@beurer.de

Stirnthermometer FT 50

Bedienungsanleitung Stirnthermometer
Operating Instructions Forehead Thermometer
Mode d’emploi Thermomètre frontal
Modo de empleo Termómetro frontal
Istruzioni d’uso Termometro frontale
Gebruikershandleiding Voorhoofd-thermometer
Instruções de utilização Termómetro de testa
Kullanma Talimatı Alın Termometresi
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 ENGLISH
Introduction
Dear Purchaser, We are pleased that you have decided to buy
our Forehead Thermometer. With this thermometer you will be
able to carry out measurements exactly and in the shortest time.

A. IMMEDIATE:
Measurement in a matter of seconds
B. COMFORTABLE:
Ergonomic shape permits “temperature measurement in
comfort”. The infrared sensor in a completely new design with
water-tight lens can be thoroughly cleaned with alcohol.
C. ENERGY SAVING:
Automatic cut-off switch after one minute when not being
used ensures a long battery service life for at least 5000
measurements.

D. DURABLE:
The latest infra-red measuring technology provides long
durability.
E. EXACT:
512 scanning sequences per second ensure highest reliability
and accuracy, with a deviation of ±0.3 °C
F. COMPACTNESS:
The body of the thermometer is extremely light, so that the
device is ideal for use at home and when travelling
G. USER FRIENDLY:
Simple operation with two buttons, 10 memories and an easy
to read LCD-display provides at the touch of a finger.
H. FLEXIBILITY:
Temperature can be displayed alternatively in Celsius or in
Fahrenheit.
In order to obtain exact measurements, please read these
Operating Instructions thoroughly and exactly before using the
themometer. Keep the Operating Instructions in a safe place for
future referrence.

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 CAUTION
1. The Forehead Thermometer is a sensitive electronic device.
Please handle carefully and avoid exposure to mechanical
shocks.
2. Except for the sensor, the thermometer is NOT water-tight. For
this reason, avoid direct contact with water or other liquids.
3. Do not expose the thermometer to direct sunlight.
4. Store the thermometer in its case out of the reach of children.
5. The Forehead Thermometer has been designed for practical
use, but is not meant to replace a visit to the doctor.
6. This instrument is not intended for commercial or clinical use.
7. The forehead thermometer is designed to measure human
forehead temperatures only. DO NOT USE IT to measure the
body temperature in the rectal region, under the arms, in the
mouth or other areas.
8. The following may affect the accuracy of measurements:
increased sweat production on the forehead; medications
which cause constriction of the blood vessels; irritation of
the skin.
9. Avoid touching the sensor tip of the device so that the
accuracy of measurements is not affected by warming of the
sensor casing.
10. Clean the water-tight sensor with its unique construction
every time after use with a soft cotton cloth which has been
moistened with disinfectant.

When exposed to changing room temperatures, the device

should at least remain in the same room for 20-30 minutes
prior to the measurement.

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 What you need to know about using
the beurer forehead thermometer
Before using a forehead thermometer, an ear thermometer or a
conventional rod thermometer, the following should be noted:
• These different thermometers are suitable for measuring the
temperature in different parts of the body: forehead thermo-
meter: measurement only on the forehead, ear thermometer:
measurement only in the ear, rod thermometer: rectal
(conventionally in the back passage), axillary (under the arm)
or buccal measurement (inside the cheek) and under the
tongue (sublingual).
The temperature varies depending on the part of the body
where it is measured. The variation can be between 0.2 – 1° C.
The physiological temperature ranges are:
- der forehead temperature, measured with a forehead
thermometer: 35.8 to 37.6°C
- rectal temperature, measured with a conventional thermo-
meter: 36.3 to 37.8°C.
Beurer tip:
Temperatures measured with different thermometers cannot
be compared with one another. Tell your doctor or take into
account when diagnosing yourself what thermometer you used
in what part of the body to measure the temperature.
• The temperature of a healthy person is also affected by the
following factors:
- The person’s individual level (individual metabolism)
- age (body temperature is higher in babies and small children

and falls with increasing age. Greater temperature fluctua-

tions occur in children faster and more often.)
- Clothing
- The outside temperature
- The time of day (Body temperature is lower in the morning
and rises as the day goes on).
- Preceding
Beurer tip: physical activity
Measuring the temperature gives a figure that provides
information about a person’s current temperature. If you are
unsure about interpreting the results or if the result is abnormal
(e.g. fever), you should consult your family doctor. This also
applies to small changes in temperature, if there are other
symptoms of illness, such as agitation, severe sweating, flushed
skin, high pulse rate, tendency to collapse etc.
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 External appearance and functions
button to turnon/off and
for taking readings (Scan)
water-tight
sensor
LCD display

battery cover

Button to recall
saved values
(memory button M)

Changing the battery

1. Press down the cover of the battery compartment and
remove the battery.
2. Take a new CR-2032 lithium battery and align it with the
positive terminal (anode) facing upwards.
3. Place the battery into the battery compartment.
4. Slide the battery compartment cover back in.

When the battery gets weak, the battery

warning symbol appears (figure A).
It is still possible to measure the tempera-
ture. Battery must be replaced. Figure A

If the battery is nearly flat, “Lo” and the

battery warning symbol are displayed
(figure B). The thermometer switches off.
Replace battery promptly. Figure B

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 Applicable Standards
This product conforms to the requirements of the EU Guidelines
MDD(93/42/EEC). The following standards are valid for the
construction and/or manufacture of the product:
ASTM E 1965-98 - Standard specification for infra-red
thermometers for the intermittent measurement of body
temperature of patients.
EN 980:1997 –-Graphic symbols for labelling medicinal products.
EN 60601-1 –-Medicinal electrical devices – Part 1: General
stipulations for safety
EN 60601-1-2 –-Medicinal electrical devices – Part 2:
Supplementary standard: Electro-magnetic compatibility
– Requirements and testing

Use of the thermometer

1. Keep the SCAN-button (fully pressed
down for one second) (special design to
avoid accidental contact). The system
begins with a self-test after 1 second; see Figure 1
Figure 1. When switching on, never press
the SCAN button for more than 5 seconds,
as otherwise you will get a
special measurement mode in which the
device will not make a correct measure-
ment. Let the device switch off automati-
cally and then switch it on again correctly.
2. As soon as the self-test is complete, will
appear the last measured temperature
on the display (Figure 2). This is a sign
that the thermometer is ready to make a Figure 2
measurement.
3. Place the measuring head on the temple,
keep the SCAN-button held down and
then pull evenly across the forehead to
the other temple (Figure 3). Figure 3

4. Let go of the SCAN-button and read the

measured value. At the end of the measu-
rement an audible signal will sound. The
measured temperature appears on the display Figure 4
together with a face symbol (see Figure 4).
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 5. A laughing face means a temperatu-
re below 38 °C, whereas a sad face,
accompanied by one long and then two
short signals indicates a temperature Figure 5
above 38 °C (see Figures 5 and 6).

6. The temperature display can be swit-

ched from Celsius to Fahrenheit (and
vice versa). To do this, keep the Scan- Figure 6
button pressed down and press briefly
on the memory button (Fig. 7 and 8).

7. If the words “Lo” or “Hi” appear, the

measured temperature lies outside the Figure 7
measurement range (details can be
found under Technical Specifications);
see Figures 9 and 10.

8. The remark “Err” appears if the operating Figure 8

temperature is NOT within the ambient
operating conditions (details can be
found under Technical Specifications);
see Figure 11.
Figure 9
9. This thermometer has 10 memory spaces.
The last temperature to be measured will
be saved in memory "0”, whereby previous
values will be relocated by one memory
space (see Figure 12). Figure 10
In order to recall saved values press
repeatedly on the memory button. The
memory space will be displayed on the
upper left.

10. The interval between individual measu- Figure 11

rements should be at least 10 seconds.
This ensures exact determination of
temperature.

11. After completion of measurements the Figure 12

Forehead-Thermometer switches itself
off automatically after 1 minute.
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 Readings
Degrees:
Celsius:
Fahrenheit: F
Registration sequence runnings:
Weak battery warning:
Smiling face to show that the measured tempera-
ture is below 38 °C:
Sad face to show that the measured temperature
is above 38 °C.
Memory / memory space
Application part of Type BF
Warning, observed accompanying leaflet

Technical Specifications
Measurement range 10 °C to 50 °C
Laboratory accuracy ±0.3 °C The measuring accuracy of a
contact thermometer in the range 37 °C to 39 °C is ±0.1 °C
Smallest measurement interval 0.1 °C
Memory function The device has 10 memory spaces! When
turned on the thermometer displays the last temperature
measured. When changing the battery, all saved values will be
lost!
Operating mode The thermometer works in a regulated mode.
Raised temperature alarm Sad face, accompanied by one
long and then two short sounding signals.
Easy to clean, non-polluting construction The tip of the
probe is equipped with a water-tight lens, which can be washed-
off with water.
Conserves energy Switches off automatically after one
minute when not in use.
Warning remarks Symbol for “weak battery”. Symbol “Lo”+“Hi”/
“Err” as an indication that the device is operating outside the
measuring range/ambient operating conditions.
Service life of the battery The battery supplied is sufficient
for at least 5000 measurements.
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 Battery disposal Used batteries do not belong
in the household waste. You are legally obliged to
dispose of the batteries. Dispose of them via your
specialist electrical supplier or local collecting
point for recyclable waste. Note: Batteries contai-
ning pollutant substances are marked as follows:
Pb = Battery contains lead, Cd = Battery contains
cadmium, Hg = Battery contains mercury. The battery contai-
ned in this instrument is pollutant-free.
Ambient operating conditions 16 °C to 40 °C at a relative
air humidity (not condensing) of up to 95%.
Storage conditions -20 °C to +50 °C at a relative air humidity
(not condensing) of up to 95%.

Remarks: Correct functioning cannot be

guaranteed, if the device is used outside
the specification range!
Care and cleaning instructions
Cleaning
Clean the water-tight sensor every time after use with a soft
cotton cloth which has been moistened with disinfectant. Clean
the thermometer casing with a soft, dry cloth. THE THERMOMETER
SHOULD NOT BE WASHED OFF IN WATER. On no account
should abrasive cleaners be used or the casing of the Forehead
Thermometer be immersed in water or other liquids.
Protection
Do not expose the Forehead Thermometer to extreme temperatures,
high air humidity or direct sunlight. Avoid strong knocks or
vibrations and do not drop the thermometer.
Do not touch the tip of the sensor with the fingers.
Do not take the Forehead Thermometer apart.

Fault finding and elimination

1. Temperature reading is always too low:
• The sensor was not drawn correctly over the forehead.
- The tip must be placed properly on the temple.
If the sensor is not properly positioned, this cancause
temperature readings tobe too low.

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 • The water-tight lens is dirty.
- Clean the lens properly with a soft cotton cloth, which
has been moistened with some disinfectant.
• The lens is damaged.
- Consult your dealer or our customer service depart-
ment.
2. The measured temperature is outside the measuring range.
• The scanning sequences were not carried out on the
temple/forehead.
- This may happen when the scanning sequence is
started before the Forehead Thermometer is placed
correctly on the temple and the ambient temperature
is not within the measuring range (see “Technical
Specifications”). Ensure that the SCAN-button is not
released before the thermometer has been drawn
completely across the forehead.
3. Warning “weak battery”
• The battery is too weak for a measurement to be made.
- replace battery (see “Replacing the battery”).

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